Published 12:00 am, Friday, March 9, 2012

WEST HAVEN -- It has been a season of highlights and memorable moments for the Milford hockey team. Unfortunately for the Indians, they could not create another lasting memory Friday night in the Division II quarterfinals against North Branford.

Rich Affinito scored with 2 minutes, 37 seconds remaining in the third period to break the fourth tie of the game and the Thunderbirds defeated Milford 5-4 at the Edward L. Bennett Rink.

No. 3 North Branford (13-8) advances to the semifinals Monday at Ingalls Rink at a time to be determined. No. 6 Milford finished the season 13-9-1.